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The Five Great Elements in Practice and in Nature

A HIKE, ASANA, & MEDITATION CLASS

In Yoga philosophy, the five elements of nature – earth, water, fire, air, and ether – are the building blocks of the natural world. When these elements flow towards balance, a foundation is formed which allows the potential of well-being to flourish – for both the body and mind. This practice, designed to bring awareness to the elements within and around, will include a hike to a quiet location on the Mount Madonna campus for gentle yoga asana (postures) and meditation among the redwoods.

The day’s program will also include:

  • A guided tour of the Mount Madonna campus (weather permitting)
  • Lunch & dinner in the shared community dining hall
  • Personal time
  • Option to stay for arati (ritual of light) after dinner at the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
  • Option to book a wellness treatment at Kaya Kalpa Wellness Center (fees additional, advance reservations recommended)

Sample Schedule

Saturday, September 14
10:00 am Arrival & Check-in
10:00 - 11:00 am Brunch
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Guided walk/tour
12:30 - 4:00 pm Personal time
4:00 - 5:15 pm Yoga class
5:15 - 6:15 pm Dinner
6:00 pm Arati (ritual of light)
7:00 pm Program Concludes
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Date

Saturday, Sep 14, 2024
Concluded

Time

4:00 pm - 5:15 pm

Location

In-Person
445 Summit Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076

Presenter

  • Lori Hansen
    Lori Hansen

    Lori has been teaching Yoga for seven years and completed 300-hour Advanced Yoga Training with Mount Madonna Institute in April 2024, during which she deeply explored how Yoga provides support for living in alignment with nature. As a nature lover, Lori prefers to spend her free time outdoors – walking her dog, working in the garden, hiking, rock climbing, and backpacking in the mountains.

  • Registration Details:

    This special class is available to Mountain Experience day visitors.

    Please plan to bring:

    • Yoga mat (optional - mats will also be available)
    • Good walking shoes
    • Water
    • Weather protection (jacket, sun hat, sunscreen, etc)
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